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December 7, 2018
Erotica Slam: Coming Together
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December 5, 2018
Consent Made Simple: Episode 9
Consent is an important topic to learn about and there is always more to learn. We continue to define what consent means to us and each other. There are also a lot of different situations that have never really been modeled for people. The purpose of the Consent Made Simple series is to provide examples of positive examples of consent being properly observed from a variety of different situations and viewpoints. These scenarios apply to any person of any gender.
Episode 9
Episode 9 gives us a couple in bed. One person brings up that they would like to try anal sex. The other person admits that they don’t know much or have ever tried it before. The person suggesting then has the opportunity to find out if their partner is even open to learning about anal sex. They acknowledge that it can be hard to make a decision that isn’t properly informed so they suggest learning about it together.
It’s always good to learn about different types of sex before trying them. It can help you and your partner avoid discomfort, complications, and bad experiences.
Learn More About Consent
The discussion around consent is continuing to evolve and change. Society, in general, is developing a stronger understanding and acceptance of the importance of consent but there are still many people that feel lost. Even those who feel like they know everything they need to should keep their mind open to learning more about consent. It’s also really important that we all have a really solid foundation of the basic principles of consent and how they should be applied. Our Consent Crash Course is available to anyone wishes to solidify their foundational knowledge on this important topic.
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December 4, 2018
The Birth Control Pill
Birth control pills are a form of contraception that involve the use of hormones. The pills can vary in their makeup but the majority of brands are a combination pill of different hormones such as estrogen and progesterone. They come in a pack for and one is taken every day until the pack is empty.
How Do Birth Control Pills Work?
The pill helps prevent pregnancy in a number of different ways. The hormones released by the pill thicken the mucus on the cervix. With a thicker mucus, it makes it very difficult for sperm to pass through and swim to an egg.
The pill also stops ovulation while it’s being taken. This means that no egg is released to be fertilized by any sperm that gets through.
The hormones released by the pill can also, in some cases, affect the lining of the uterine wall, making it very difficult for a fertilized egg to attach and develop into a fetus.
What Kind of Birth Control Pill Options Are There?
Along with different brands to choose from, there are also a few different kinds of regiments to choose from. The different options basically provide some choice for maintaining the habit of taking the bill daily or how long to delay menstruation.
Some birth control pills are packaged for 21 days. The person will then take one pill every day until the pills for the month are used. Then, after 7 days, a new pack is started.
There is also the 28-day pack. This has the same 21 pills that contain the hormones but also has 7 pills that contain no hormones. This is an aid for those who need the daily habit to take the pill.
Another choice is to reduce the frequency in which menstruation happens. A combination pill is available that provides the hormones for 12 weeks and then the inactive pills for 7 days. This reduces periods to one every three months.
Lastly, there are also “Mini-pills” which only contain progestin and no estrogen. These pills only change the thickness of the mucus and lining of the uterus, they do not prevent an egg from being released. It is crucial that these pills are taken at the same time every day, as their effectiveness drops considerably.
How Effective is the Birth Control Pill?
The birth control pill, when used perfectly, is 99% effective. Research has revealed that approximately 9 out of every 100 people who take it get pregnant. This places its real-world effectiveness at about 91%.
So what makes birth control less effective?
Sometimes people can forget to take a pill or they may be sick. Vomiting or diarrhea can reduce the effectiveness of the pill because the body may not absorb all the hormones. A person’s weight may also be a factor as the pills are not adjusted to take body mass into account.
There are also some medications that can reduce the effectiveness of most birth control pills such as
The antibiotic Rifampin
The antifungal Griseofulvin
Certain HIV medications
The herb St. John’s Wort
Other medications may also interfere with the effectiveness of birth control so if you are using the pill, be sure to discuss that with your doctor whenever a new medication is prescribed.
How Does Someone Use the Pill Effectively?
When a person is starting birth control for the first month, it’s important to note that it can take up to 7 days for it to become effective. It’s recommended to still use an alternate form of birth control in the first week.
All forms of the birth control pill work best when they are taken at the same time every day. To help you remember, you can set an alarm on your phone or download a birth control reminder app. If you have a friend who is also taking the pill, you can agree to help each other remember every day. You can also ask your partner to remind you.
It can be a good idea to keep your pills with you in a bag or purse or place them somewhere you will see them at roughly the same time each day. If you have a set routine and have to be up and out by a certain time, maybe leave them in the bathroom next to your toothbrush.
Does The Pill Protect Against STIs?
Not even a little! The pill can be pretty magical but it definitely will not protect you against any sexually transmitted infections.
If STIs are a concern, consider using condoms/barriers every time during sex. This has another added benefit that condoms can also prevent against an unwanted pregnancy so it can be a great way to add to your pregnancy prevention.
What Are the Other Benefits of Using the Pill?
Aside from preventing pregnancies, there are some other benefits that go along with taking the pill. Some other potential benefits include making periods more regular and lighter. The hormones can also reduce menstrual cramps and protect against pelvic inflammatory disease.
Combination birth control pills can also reduce, or protect against,
Headaches and premenstrual depression
Cysts in the ovaries or breasts
Iron deficiency
Acne
Bone thinning
Ectopic pregnancy
Serious infections in the ovaries, uterus, and tubes
Ovarian and endometrial cancers
Non-cancerous breasts growths
Is the Birth Control Pill Safe?
Many people have safely and successfully used the birth control pill. That doesn’t mean that is a perfect fit for everybody.
Some common side-effects in the first few months of using the pill can include nausea, vomiting, breast tenderness, and bleeding between periods. Another common side effect reported is that people can experience a change in their sex drive.
Smoking and birth control pills aren’t always a good mix. It isn’t recommended for anyone over 35 that smokes to use any birth control pill that contains estrogen.
Also, anyone who has, or has had, any of these conditions should be exploring other birth control methods as they could be at risk of
Blood clots, vein inflammation, or inherited blood-clotting disorder
Breast cancer
Diabetes or liver disease
Uncontrolled high blood pressure
Migraine headaches with an aura
Heart attack, angina, stroke, or other serious heart conditions
Anyone taking the pill who experiences any of these warning signs should be contacting their health care professional immediately
Soreness in the legs
Yellowing in the eyes and skin
Pain in chest and/or abdomen
Trouble breathing
Sudden development of a bad headache where an aura includes flashing zigzag lines and/or bright lights
What Brand Names of the Pill Are Available?
There are many different brands available for the pill. Which one will work best for you will depend. Some brands do work better for certain people over others. This is something you can discuss with your health care provider.
Cost can be another factor. Depending on where you live, your medical coverage may or may not cover the costs of certain brands. The costs can range up for roughly $50/month. This is another factor you can discuss with your doctor when selecting what might be a good fit.
The current combination brands include:
Alesse
Apri
Aviane
Enpresse
Levlite
Levora
Loestrin
Lutera
Mircette
Ortho-Novum 777
Ortho Tri-Cyclen
Seasonale
Seasonique
Sprintec
Taytulla
Yasmin
Yaz
Some of the progestin-only birth control brands include:
Camila
Errin
Heather
Jolivette
Nor-Q.D.
Nora-Be
Ortho-Micronor
Taking Charge of Your Health
Choosing the right birth control method for you and your partner may take time. Learning about all the different options may seem daunting but it will be one of the best ways to help determine what will be a good fit. In the case of hormonal birth control, sometimes trying different brands is the ticket to find what works best. It’s good to be informed but also to have a good health care provider you can be open and honest with.
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December 2, 2018
Sharing is Caring Puzzle
Sexual health is an important topic. What you don’t know can end up hurting you or even costing you your life. Keep learning about sexually transmitted infections and use some form of safer sex to safeguard your health and happiness.
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December 1, 2018
Is There Consent? Test Your Knowledge With Our Quiz!
Research shows that most people can articulate what consent is but they have a hard time when given real-world situations. The concept of consent is usually pretty black and white but the grey happens when we get into those real-world situations when things are not always clear-cut. Can you identify if consent was given in these situations?
Is There Consent Quiz
Person A and Person B are at a HUGE party. Everyone is having a good time. Person A is interested in getting together with Person B. Person A makes sure that Person B doesn't wander off with anyone else. Person A ensures that Person B's cup is never short of alcohol. Near the end of the night, Person B is fairly intoxicated and doesn't resist to Person A's advances. Is Person B consenting?
Yes, Person B didn't tell Person A no
Yes, it's a party and that's where people just hook up
Maybe, did Person B flirt with Person A?
No, consent wasn't obtained before the drinking
Continue >>
Person A asks Person B out on a date. They go out and have a lovely dinner. Afterward Person B asks Person A back to their place for a nightcap. Once in a more secluded space, Person B puts on the serious moves to Person A. Person A is somewhat surprised and asks to ease things back a bit. Person B agrees but a short while later is pushing again to get Person A to bed. Person A again tries to ease things back but Person B continues to be persistent. Is Person A just playing hard to get?
Alex BykovClearly! Person A even initiated the date!
No, consent still needs to be negotiated
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A couple who've been together for a long time are having dinner after a long day. Person A has been feeling stressed about their job lately and feeling pretty exhausted. They haven't had a lot of time to spend with their partner so they have been looking forward to spending a nice night in. Their partner has indicated that they'd like to get physical after dinner. Person A isn't really feeling in a particularly sexy mood but it's been awhile and their partner really seems to be into it and so Person B follows through with sex. Is Person A consenting?
Yes
No
Continue >>
Person A is heading out for a night at the bar. They end up hitting up a few bars before finding one they want. After doing a quick survey of the bar, they find someone attractive and walk over and introduce themselves. Person B is receptive and they strike up a lively conversation. After an hour or so of good conversation, Person A indicates their interest in a one-night stand. Person B smiles and nods before asking to buy the next round. Is Person B consenting?
No, alcohol was involved
Yes
Continue >>
Person A and Person B are in the middle of sex. Everything seems to be going well until Person A seems to get quiet and withdrawn. They stop actively participating and when Person B asks if everything is ok, Person A doesn't respond favorably. Should Person B stop the activity?
No, they should finish
Yes absolutely!
Continue >>
A bunch of people are at a house party. Person A approaches Person B and starts flirting. Person B responds to the flirting and things seem to be going well. Person A then invites Person B upstairs to a more private location. Person B agrees and goes with Person A. Upon entering the room, Person B discovers that there are 4 more people already naked or half naked in the bed. Person B takes a step back towards the door and gives a questioning look at Person A before shaking their head. Person A gives Person B a smile before shutting the door and giving Person B a shove towards the bed. Is Person B consenting?
Sure, Person A consented to go upstairs
No way!
Maybe Person B just needs to give it a try
Continue >>
Two people are engaging in sexual activity. They don't know each other well and there wasn't really much discussion before they got physical with each other. Person A, who is on top, starts choking Person B partway through sex. Is Person B consenting?
Yes
No
Maybe, we don't know what discussion was had
Continue >>
Person A asks Person B out for dinner. They don't know each other well but Person B welcomes the opportunity to get to know Person A better. The night of the date, Person A picks up Person B and drives them to an expensive restaurant. They have a lovely dinner but it becomes clear that Person B doesn't think Person A is a good match for them. Person A pays for dinner and offers to take Person B to somewhere more quiet to continue the date. Is Person B obligated to go?
Yes
Maybe
No
Continue >>
A couple are talking about hooking up. They agree on certain types of activities they are both interested in and decide to go for it. As they get into some fun, Person A is finding that Person B is being a bit too aggressive and intense. It was more than Person A was expecting. Person A starts to feel very uncomfortable and wants to stop. Is Person A under any obligation to follow through?
Totally! They even agreed to it before
Maybe, depends on how long it continues
No
Continue >>
Two people get together and things turn sexual. Person A describes what they wish to do to Person B. They were very descriptive and included pauses for Person B to add something. After Person A finishes with their dirty talk they look at Person B. Person B goes in with their own dirty talk, giving an alternate version of the fantasy given by Person A. Person A smiles and puts the moves on Person B. Is Person B consenting?
No, consent wasn't specifically asked for
Maybe, we don't have enough information
Yes
Continue >>
Is There Consent?
Consent Master
CONGRATULATIONS! You have a pretty good handle on consent and how it should apply to some more ambiguous situations. Keep your knowledge up to date and stay in the touch with the evolving conversation, that way you can ensure that you're staying in good sexual shape.
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Consent Advocate
You have a pretty good grasp on consent and you are a strong advocate. There are still a few things about the ins and outs of consent that you can learn to improve your knowledge. Feel free to check out our Consent Crash Course or pick up a copy of "Got Consent?" and add to your knowledge today!
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Consent Novice
You have a basic understanding of consent but there is a lot of ground to cover that will help you understand how consent applies in real world situations. Feel free to check out our Consent Crash Course or pick up a copy of "Got Consent?" and add to your knowledge today!
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Always Keep Improving Your Knowledge of Consent
Our understanding of consent is continuing to change and evolve as new situations come to light. The more conversations we have about sexual consent, the more we increase our understanding of how it should be applied to a variety of situations. Consent is an important piece of communication and like all other forms of communication, we have to practice and use it to continue to get better at it. Keep practicing your skills.
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November 28, 2018
Consent Made Simple: Episode 8
Consent is an important topic to learn about and there is always more to learn. We continue to define what consent means to us and each other. There are also a lot of different situations that have never really been modeled for people. The purpose of the Consent Made Simple series is to provide examples of positive examples of consent being properly observed from a variety of different situations and viewpoints. These scenarios apply to any person of any gender.
Episode 8
This time we find ourselves with two people just getting to know each other. One person asks for consent for a kiss and the other takes this as consent and gives them a kiss. The 2nd person then invites the 1st back to there place. The first person doesn’t immediately jump in with a “yes”, so the 2nd lets them know they are open to talking about what the 1st person is comfortable with.
Often out in the world, people take one consent as a blanket consent for all types of activities. This is simply not the case. Consent should be obtained, negotiated, or discussed prior to every activity. Just because someone is interested in someone else and wants to be a little physical, doesn’t mean that they are ready to go farther than that.
Learn More About Consent
The discussion around consent is continuing to evolve and change. Society, in general, is developing a stronger understanding and acceptance of the importance of consent but there are still many people that feel lost. Even those who feel like they know everything they need to should keep their mind open to learning more about consent. It’s also really important that we all have a really solid foundation of the basic principles of consent and how they should be applied. Our Consent Crash Course is available to anyone wishes to solidify their foundational knowledge on this important topic.
Enjoyed this article? Join our mailing list for more fabulous articles on sex, sexual health, gender, relationships, and consent. Build your knowledge to improve your sex life and have better relationships. You can also check out what we currently have available for online courses also check out our ongoing and upcoming events. You should also check out our online shop for some unique and special items. We have some thought-provoking as well as scandalously fun stuff there. Lastly, if you’re looking for more fun content, join our Sexy Hero Society for exclusive and excellent content!
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November 26, 2018
November Colouring Page
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November 25, 2018
Birth Control Wordsearch
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Learn More About Birth Control
Birth control is all about taking responsibility and reducing risks of unwanted pregnancy. There are lots of methods to choose from and you and your partner should pick what’s right for you. The best way to figure that out is to continue to expand your knowledge and consult your medical professional.
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November 24, 2018
STI Memory Game
You have the ultimate power to protect your health. Arming yourself with knowledge and making choices that reflect your desires for long-term health is a decision only you can make. Will you let the thought of STIs scare you? Take charge of your health and continue to learn more!
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November 21, 2018
Consent Made Simple: Episode 7
Consent is an important topic to learn about and there is always more to learn. We continue to define what consent means to us and each other. There are also a lot of different situations that have never really been modeled for people. The purpose of the Consent Made Simple series is to provide examples of positive examples of consent being properly observed from a variety of different situations and viewpoints. These scenarios apply to any person of any gender.
Episode 7
In this episode, we have two people negotiating some of the things that will happen during their sexual activity. One person makes some suggestions in the form of dirty talk and telling the other person what they would like to do to them. They then ask if what they described is ok. This gives a perfect time to clarify some things that may need to be more specific.
Dirty talk can be a great way to check in about consent to different activities. It also gives the other person a chance to counter with some of their own fantasies by talking about what they would like to see happen. In this way, we can help make consent conversations build anticipation for the upcoming activities.
Learn More About Consent
The discussion around consent is continuing to evolve and change. Society, in general, is developing a stronger understanding and acceptance of the importance of consent but there are still many people that feel lost. Even those who feel like they know everything they need to should keep their mind open to learning more about consent. It’s also really important that we all have a really solid foundation of the basic principles of consent and how they should be applied. Our Consent Crash Course is available to anyone wishes to solidify their foundational knowledge on this important topic.
Enjoyed this article? Join our mailing list for more fabulous articles on sex, sexual health, gender, relationships, and consent. Build your knowledge to improve your sex life and have better relationships. You can also check out what we currently have available for online courses also check out our ongoing and upcoming events. You should also check out our online shop for some unique and special items. We have some thought-provoking as well as scandalously fun stuff there. Lastly, if you’re looking for more fun content, join our Sexy Hero Society for exclusive and excellent content!
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